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Landers is seeking a skilled Baker to produce high-quality baked goods for display on shelves in alignment with the production plan. You will prepare, bake, and ensure the quality of breads, pastries, and cakes while maintaining hygiene and customer satisfaction.
The role requires at least two years of baking experience, proficiency in mixing, kneading, and decorating, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
The Baker is responsible for producing high-quality baked goods (cakes, breads, and pastries) for display on the shelves in accordance with the display layout and production plan objective for his or her assigned shift. The baker is also expected to prepare, bake, and ensure the quality of a variety of baked goods, such as bread, pastries, and cakes, while maintaining consistency, hygiene, and customer satisfaction.
Quality Assurance: Ensuring all baked goods meet consistent standards for taste, texture, and presentation.
Productivity: Completing baking tasks efficiently and on time, meeting daily production goals.
Food Safety Compliance: Maintaining high standards of hygiene, following food safety regulations, and ensuring safe handling and storage of ingredients.
Waste Minimization: Controlling the use of ingredients to minimize waste and maintain cost efficiency.
Equipment Maintenance: Properly using, cleaning, and maintaining baking tools and equipment to prevent damage and ensure longevity.
Customer Satisfaction: Delivering products that meet customer preferences and expectations in terms of quality and appearance.
Inventory Control: Managing ingredients and supplies to prevent shortages or overstocking and ensuring freshness.
Teamwork: Collaborating with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and timely production.
At least high school graduate or at least two (2) years college level
At least two (2) years' experience in related industry (baking, culinary, food service)
Proficiency in mixing, kneading, proofing, and baking a variety of products such as bread, pastries, and cakes
Artistic skills for decorating cakes, pastries, and other baked goods to meet aesthetic standards
Precision in measuring ingredients and following recipes to ensure product consistency
Ability to manage time effectively, especially in fast-paced environments, to meet production deadlines
Physical endurance to work long hours standing, lifting heavy items such as sacks of flour, mixes or sugar, or operating equipment. During special events such as Super Crazy Sale, Produce Sale, etc., overnight duty is also required.
Ability to adapt to issues like ingredient shortages, equipment malfunctions, or changing customer needs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for customer queries